Many people may not realize that Medicaid coverage includes preventive health services that can help protect kidney health and overall wellness.
Routine checkups, vaccines, and health screenings are essential tools for preventing serious health conditions. For people at risk of kidney disease, these services can help detect problems early and support long-term health.
Through Medicaid, individuals and families can access important healthcare services that help prevent and manage conditions linked to kidney disease.
Preventive Care Covered by Medicaid
Preventive care helps identify health risks early—often before symptoms appear.
Medicaid typically covers services such as:
- Annual wellness checkups
- Vaccines and immunizations
- Blood pressure screenings
- Diabetes screenings
- Routine lab work and health monitoring
Conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure are the two leading causes of kidney disease. Regular screenings and doctor visits can help people manage these conditions and reduce the risk of kidney damage.
Preventive care is one of the most important steps people can take to protect their kidney health.
Why Preventive Care Matters for Kidney Disease
Kidney disease often develops slowly and may not cause symptoms in its early stages. Because of this, many people do not know they have kidney disease until it has progressed.
In fact, 1 in 3 adults in the United States is at risk for kidney disease. To shed light on the prevalence of this disease and the percentage of people who might be at risk, we are asking people, “Are You in the 33%?” through the National Kidney Foundation’s Kidney Risk Campaign™
Regular checkups and screenings allow healthcare providers to monitor risk factors such as:
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes
- Family history of kidney disease
When these conditions are identified early, individuals can work with their healthcare providers to take steps that help protect kidney function.
Staying Covered Through Medicaid
Maintaining Medicaid coverage helps ensure continued access to preventive care and medical services.
To stay covered, it is important to:
- Keep your contact information updated
- Complete any renewal forms when requested
- Stay connected with your healthcare provider
Keeping your Medicaid coverage active helps ensure you can continue receiving preventive care, screenings, and medical support when you need it.
Learn More About Medicaid and Kidney Health
Understanding your health coverage and taking advantage of preventive services can help protect your kidneys and overall health.
NKFM provides resources to help individuals understand their health coverage and learn more about kidney disease prevention.
Learn more about Medicaid coverage and kidney health at:
nkfm.org/Medicaid
You can also explore additional NKFM programs that support healthy living, kidney disease prevention, and chronic disease management.
